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26 Jul 2010Health watchdogs 'are to be axed'

The Health Protection Agency that handles public health emergencies such as swine flu is to be axed under reforms, the government has confirmed.

13 Jul 2010Radical reform for NHS

The NHS White Paper, Equity and excellence: liberating the NHS, sets out the Government's long-term vision for the future of the NHS.  The vision builds on the core values and principles of the NHS - a comprehensive service, available to all, free at the point of use, based on need, not ability to pay.

13 Jul 2010Re-issued National Standard Methods

There are five re-issued National Standard Method papers which are now available via the National Standard Methods website.

2 Jul 2010National Institute for Health Research - Research Updates

As of this financial year, the National Institute for Health Research Clinical Research Network (NIHR CRN) will be releasing quarterly metrics that detail the performance of research studies across England.

30 Jun 2010Replacement Cytology JBL Now Available

An additional Cytology JBL (assessment no. 070810) is now available for completion via the “Take JBL” page of the Members’ Area.

30 Jun 2010New IBMS members handbook

The IBMS has released the new members handbook for 2010 and 2011.

22 Jun 2010IBMS releases interim version of Good Professional Practice

The IBMS has released an interim version of its key document Good Professional Practice for Biomedical Scientist.

21 Jun 2010SHOT Symposium

It is only a short time to go until the SHOT Symposium on 6th July at the Lowry, Manchester.

16 Jun 2010National Standards Methods

Ten re-issued National Standard Method (BSOP TP 19, BSOP TP 21, BSOP TP 26, BSOP TP 27, BSOP TP 29, BSOP TP 32, BSOP TP 38, VSOP 13, VSOP 14 and VSOP 21) are now available via the National Standard Methods website.

15 Jun 2010Stepping out of the classroom into the NHS

Students focus on biomedical scientists’ role to win regional prize NHS Careers 2010 schools' competition

8 Jun 2010IBMS releases guidance on returning to practice

The IBMS has released guidance following the the HPC's publication of Returning to Practice.

3 Jun 2010IBMS Code of Conduct 2010

As part of its commitment to the highest standards of professional practice, the IBMS has recently reviewed its Code of Conduct.

24 May 2010Important information for membership application

Important information on the applying for IBMS membership

20 May 2010Statement regarding HDL-cholesterol

Statement from ACB and RCPath to all clinical biochemistry laboratories regarding HDL-cholesterol

12 May 2010Andrew Lansley appointed Health Minister

Andrew Lansley has been appointed Health Secretart in the new Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition.

29 Apr 2010Chartered scientist: not just for Fellows

IBMS Members and Fellows may both be eligible to apply for Chartered Scientist status.

27 Apr 2010Standing up for Science media workshop: a report

Voice of Young Science (VoYS) is a programme set up by the charity Sense about Science to encourage early career researchers to get involved in public debates about science.

7 Apr 2010IBMS Input to Phlebotomy Questionnaire

A service review has been undertaken as part of MSC on a number of the smaller and specialised profession/staff groups, one of which is phlebotomy.

9 Mar 2010IBMS statement: Modernising Scientific Careers

The IBMS has released a statement on the publication of The Modernising Scientific Careers: the UK Way Forward policy document.

9 Mar 2010HTA voices concerns over unlawful cord blood collection

The HTA is writing to over 150 organisations to warn of concerns that unlawful umbilical cord blood collection may compromise safety and quality standards.

1 Mar 2010Get involved: Healthcare Science Week 2010

Healthcare Science Week 2010 will take place during National Science and Engineering week 12th -21st March 2010.

26 Feb 2010New national career framework introduced for healthcare scientists

A new national career framework will give healthcare scientists clearer roles and career pathways, Health Minister Ann Keen announced today.

17 Feb 2010The Big Bang: UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair

The Big Bang: UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair is taking place on 11th-13th March 2010 in Manchester.

10 Feb 2010National Standard Methods

The issue of the first two syndromic algorithms, a new category of National Standard Methods (S1 and S3) are now available via the National Standard Methods website.

5 Feb 2010Standing up for Science Media Workshop

As already seen in the February edition of The Biomedical Scientist, a free one-day event is being held in Manchester on March 19 with the aim of addressing misconceptions and misinformation of science in the media.

26 Jan 2010Volunteers wanted for haematology in Ghana

Volunteers are sought from interested medical, biomedical scientist and nursing staff

25 Jan 2010NICE recruiting members for new Diagnostics Advisory Committee

NICE signalled the development of its latest work programme today 20th November 2009, by starting recruitment to a new Diagnostics Advisory Committee.

13 Jan 2010IBMS Congress 2009 delegate reports

IBMS East Midlands sponsored a number of its local members to attend IBMS Congress 2009.

4 Jan 2010IBMS President's inauguration

Kenny Rae begins his term as IBMS president

17 Dec 2009Best ever registration renewal rates for biomedical scientists

96.1% of biomedical scientists renewed their registration.

16 Dec 2009Chief Medical Officer retiring

The chief medical officer for England, Sir Liam Donaldson, has said he is stepping down from the job in May.

15 Dec 2009NHS 2010 - 2015: from good to great

Secretary of State Andy Burnham introduces a five-year plan to reshape the NHS to meet the challenge of delivering high quality health care in a tough financial environment.

15 Dec 2009National Standard Methods

Information for subscribers to the secure National Standard Methods website

10 Dec 2009National Standard Methods

Two newly issued National Standard Method (BSOP ID 15 and 25) and six re-issued NSMs (BSOP ID 14 and BSOPs 9, 17, 19, 25 and 42) are now available via the National Standard Methods website.

29 Nov 2009Healthcare science ambassadors wanted

Are you passionate and enthusiastic about your healthcare science?

29 Nov 2009Healthcare Science Week 2010 launched at CSO's conference

Healthcare Science week 2010 has been launched at the Chief Scientific Officers (CSO) conference. It will take place from March 12-21 2010.

26 Nov 2009Modernising Scientific Careers: latest update

This update on Modernising Scientific Careers is taken from the Chief Scientific Officer's November bulletin.

25 Nov 2009Morphology training in haematology CD

The Institute, in collaboration with Sysmex,has produced the Haematology Morphology Training CD-ROM.

25 Nov 2009Free Associate membership 2010

Associate is the class of Institute membership for persons who are not eligible for corporate membership but who possess a suitable level of educational and vocational standards and are working within the field of, or related to, biomedical science.

17 Nov 2009Healthcare Scientist Subject Matter Expert Role

A high profile position has been made available by the newly formed NHS London with the intention of forging new healthcare science posts supplemented by training programmes and funding arrangements. 

16 Nov 2009UPDATE: HPC Final Renewal Reminder deadline extended

UPDATE: Due to ongoing postal disruption the closing date for receipt of renewal forms has been extended until 16 December.

11 Nov 2009National Standard Methods

Information for subscribers to the secure National Standard Methods website

9 Nov 2009CPD Profiles due by 30 November 2009

The first continuing professional development (CPD) audits for biomedical scientists are currently underway. 

3 Nov 2009Making Sense of Screening

A new public information leaflet entitled Making Sense of Screening has been published today.

30 Oct 2009The Biomedical Scientist November 2009 issue

Owing to the recent strike action by Royal Mail, the current issue of The Biomedical Scientist is available to view or download for a short period in the members' area.

23 Oct 2009HTA Summary compliance reports 2008/09

The Human Tissue Authority (HTA) has published five summary compliance reports

23 Oct 2009National Standard Methods update

Information on re-issued National Standard Methods.

22 Oct 2009Standards for transfusion recommended

The IBMS, along with other partners involved in the UK Transfusion Laboratory Collaborative, has endorsed recommended standards for hospital transfusion laboratories.

29 Sep 2009October JBL deadline extended

Please note that the deadline for completing the following JBL on the website has been extended by three weeks.

25 Sep 2009Welcome to the IBMS's new website

The new website was re-designed and re-organised to bring it up to date with the evolving roles of the Institute and the needs of Institute members. The building of the new website was guided by a wide consultation, both within the Institute and with its members.

24 Sep 2009Consultation: Electronic issue of blood components

MHRA have prepared a draft guidance note on the electronic issue of blood components following concerns identified during inspections of hospital blood banks. Stakeholders are encouraged to review this document, and provide comments electronically to bcr@mhra.gsi.gov.uk before close of business on 9 October 2009.

24 Sep 2009CSO Healthcare Scientists Research Fellowship Competition

The Chief Scientific Officer for the Department of Health, supported by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), is launching the second round of the CSO Healthcare Scientists Research Fellowship Competition.

22 Sep 2009IBMS former President Russ Allison dies

The IBMS was saddened to hear of the death of Vice President Russ Allison last week.

10 Sep 2009HPC registration renewal cycle

Biomedical scientist need to renew their registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC) every two years to stay on the HPC Register and continue to practise using the title ‘biomedical scientist’. Here is some information about renewing your registration with the HPC.

1 Sep 2009Swine flu: free public meeting

Swine Flu: The Nation’s Health. The Expert’s View.
A free, public meeting on the nature, cause, effect, treatment and implications of swine flu at International Convention Centre, Birmingham, Monday 28 September 2009